2004 Honda Civic 1.6L Petrol · LD04 KHT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test on 8 April 2025 at 41,253 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day at the same mileage. This suggests a minor, rectifyable issue was addressed immediately, as the car has since maintained a defect-free status across the last several inspection cycles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,875 miles per year. There are significant gaps in usage, such as the three-year period between October 2019 and August 2022 where the car covered a mere 60 miles. Another notable interval between August 2022 and November 2023 saw an increase of 9,350 miles. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, such infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by long-term sitting rather than high-mileage wear. Check the suspension bushes for perished cracks, inspect the tyres for flat spotting or age rot, and verify that the brake calipers are not seized or pitted. Given the age of the Honda Civic, a thorough check for structural corrosion along the sills and wheel arches is essential, as low mileage does not prevent surface rust from developing over two decades.